the journal
a series of studio notes, essays, and conversations with artists, makers and creative people exploring process, material and practice.
a space for slow observation.
for process over perfection.
for the quieter parts of creative life.
The Strange Middle
There is a strange little place you arrive at somewhere in your mid to late forties.
You are old enough to know yourself, but not old enough to feel finished. And I think I am somewhere in the middle of that right now.
In the Making: Ode to Elma
Ode to Elma is a sustainable design studio based in Melbourne/Naarm, founded by designer Kerrie. Named in memory of her grandmother Elma.
Nothing ‘small’ about Small Business
There is nothing ‘small’ about running a small business.
Things I Have Learned Along The Way
You will not always feel like an artist. There are plenty of messy middle moments.
Mid Life Move or Mid Life Crisis. Artist at 45.
A reflection on beginning again, timing and creative life.
The Story Behind the Blooms
there are certain themes that seem to follow us through life. for me, one of those themes is nature.
If you know a creative whose work feels thoughtful, considered, or quietly compelling or if you are one yourself. I would love to hear from you.
hello@kimsaunders.com.au
This series is slowly growing and I am always open to discovering new voices working with material, space, process and visual language.